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City guide · Qatar

Living in Doha

Qatar's capital and home to most of the country's population.

Cost of living

Compare with another city
Typical costs in Doha
ItemQARUSD
1-bed apartment (city centre)QAR 7,280$2,000
3-bed apartment (family area)QAR 15,288$4,200
Utilities (monthly)QAR 437$120
Groceries (single, monthly)QAR 2,330$640
Dinner for two (mid-range)QAR 1,456$400
Transport (monthly)QAR 801$220
International school (yearly)QAR 5,460$1,500
Private health insurance (monthly)QAR 764$210

Neighbourhoods

  • Al Sadd

    mid

    Central district with older flats, malls and good metro access.

    Best for: Value near the centre

    Schools: Doha English Speaking School, Qatar International School

    Family friendly76
    Lifestyle74
    Studio / mo
    $900
    1-bed / mo
    $1,300
    3-bed / mo
    $2,800
    To centre
    ~15 min
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  • Al Waab

    mid

    Established villa compounds near Aspire Zone.

    Best for: Families

    Schools: Doha College, Compass International School

    Family friendly92
    Lifestyle62
    3-bed / mo
    $4,200
    To centre
    ~20 min
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  • The Pearl

    premium

    Artificial island with marinas, dining and apartments.

    Best for: Lifestyle seekers

    Schools: Qatar Academy is 20 min away; few schools on the island

    Family friendly70
    Lifestyle90
    Studio / mo
    $1,700
    1-bed / mo
    $2,300
    3-bed / mo
    $4,800
    To centre
    ~25 min
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  • West Bay

    premium

    Skyline towers next to the offices, the Corniche and the metro.

    Best for: Professionals

    Schools: Few nearby; families commute to Al Waab or Al Gharrafa

    Family friendly64
    Lifestyle88
    Studio / mo
    $1,500
    1-bed / mo
    $2,100
    3-bed / mo
    $4,400
    To centre
    ~5 min
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Doha guides